Romainmôtier church
Romainmôtier church, Romanesque abbey in Romainmôtier-Envy, Switzerland
The stone building features thick walls, semicircular arches, and barrel vaults representing classic elements of early medieval religious architecture.
Founded in the 5th century by Saint Romain from Izernore, the monastery became part of the Cluniac network under Abbot Odilo in the 11th century.
The abbey maintains its position as the oldest monastery in Switzerland, contributing to regional development through agriculture, education, and religious practices.
Located at coordinates 46.693333, 6.461389 in Canton Vaud, the abbey welcomes visitors daily and hosts Protestant services in its main church.
Archaeological excavations between 1899 and 2001 revealed multiple construction phases, documenting the evolution of religious architecture across fifteen centuries.
Location: Romainmôtier-Envy
Location: Jura-Nord vaudois District
Location: canton Vaud
Architectural style: Romanesque architecture
Part of: list of cultural properties in Romainmôtier-Envy
Address: Chemin derrière l’Église
Website: http://romainmotier.ch/abbatiale
GPS coordinates: 46.69345,6.46115
Latest update: May 12, 2025 10:09
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